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Venezuela's Political Turmoil Escalates Post-Election

Violence, protests, and international disputes follow disputed presidential election results.

Maria Corina Machado and Edmundo Gonzalez
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Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado says its candidate Edmundo Gonzalez received more than double the support of Nicolas Maduro
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Overview

  • Masked assailants ransacked the opposition headquarters, escalating violence against President Maduro's opponents.
  • The U.S. and several countries have called for Venezuela to release detailed voting data to verify election results.
  • Protests erupted across Venezuela, with thousands demanding transparency and credible election results.
  • Sanctions and economic hardship have driven millions of Venezuelans to flee, creating a significant migration crisis.
  • Maduro's government faces international condemnation and demands for an impartial audit of the election.